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Where history meets flavor
Where history meets flavor
This Southeast Asian country has been shaped by centuries of resilience and cultural transformation. From ancient imperial dynasties to more recent history that leaves a lasting impression across the globe, Vietnam's history is truly compelling.
Equally worth the trip is the country's culinary landscape. Whether it's savoring a steaming bowl of pho, taking in the scent of fresh herbs or lingering over a cup of coffee, every dish is a window into the soul of Vietnam.
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After the end of the Vietnam War in 1975, a destroyed rail line was quickly repaired to help support the reconciliation of the people of North and South Vietnam. Today, the "Reunification Express" travels about 1,700 kilometers (1,056mi) taking in the country’s breathtaking landscapes.
Lynne Rossetto Kasper (a two-time James Beard Award winner) introduces the produce, herbs and spices that create the fresh and spicy tastes found in this beloved cuisine.
Saveur Magazine introduces the country’s coffee tradition, which originated during the French colonial era.
The Vietnamese dish is one of the world’s most beloved noodle soups. Jimmy Ly, chef-owner of Madame Vo in Manhattan’s East Village, lays out a plan of attack from adding garnishes like beansprouts and basil, to the proper application of condiments like sriracha and hoisin to help you get the most out of your bowl of pho.
In this Food Chain podcast from the BBC, Ruth Alexander discovers how the signature sandwich—invented during the French occupation of Vietnam in the 1950s—went on to become popular around the world after the end of the Vietnam war.
Vietnam is home to one of the world's great cuisines. From pho and spring rolls to banh mi and rice porridge, this book offers authentic recipes for you to make at home. By Linh Nguyen.
An interview with Sombo Manara, a leading expert in Khmer ancient history at The Royal University of Phnom Penh and Pannasastra University (also in Phnom Penh). He discusses the Po Nagar Temple in Nha Trang, a 7th through 12th century Hindu temple the was once part of the vast Champa Kingdom.
French presence in Indochina (modern-day Vietnam) started in the 17th century. Following WWII (1939-1945), a process of de-colonization began that sparked the First Indochina War between France and Vietnam. The History Guy unpacks this little-known conflict, its climactic battle, and how it led to American involvement in the Vietnam War (1955-1975).
The last remaining US forces pulled out of Vietnam on April 30th 1975 as communist North Vietnamese troops took control of the country. There was a desperate scramble to evacuate US personnel and some Vietnamese colleagues who feared brutal reprisals at the hands of the communists for having helped the Americans. In this BBC Witness podcast, hear from two former US servicemen, Stu Herrington and Vern Jumper, who were involved in the mission.
Directed by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick, this sweeping 10-part documentary series tells the epic story of one of the most consequential, divisive and controversial events in American history as it has never before been told on film. Visceral and immersive, the series explores the human dimensions of the war through revelatory testimony of nearly 80 witnesses from all sides.
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